Watercress and Arugula Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-10 · Updated 2026-04-10

A crisp, vibrant salad featuring peppery greens and refreshing citrus dressing, perfect for a light meal or side dish. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs Watercress, Arugula, Cucumber into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 cups Watercress
• 3 cups Arugula
• 1 medium, peeled and thinly sliced Cucumber
• 2, thinly sliced Radish
• 2 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp Orange juice
• 1/2 tsp Dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp Sea salt
• 1/8 tsp Black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp orange juice, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 3 cups watercress, 3 cups arugula, 1 medium peeled cucumber thinly sliced, and 2 radishes thinly sliced.
3. Step 3: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently with tongs until all greens are evenly coated and the dressing is absorbed.
4. Step 4: Let sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.